Visa's Viewpoint

Visa recognizes the importance of not only providing high-quality personal finance materials to those who need it, but of also being a leader in advancing the cause of financial literacy in our schools, with financial institutions, NGOs and with policy makers. Through research, policy forums and advocacy, Visa is on the forefront of the movement to make sound money management a universal skill.

Financial Literacy Fact Sheet

A Decade of Financial Education
Visa believes the most important financial tool is not a product – it is knowledge. That is why for over a decade Visa has been developing financial literacy programs that teach individuals how to spend, save and budget responsibly. Supporting financial literacy is good for our business and the right thing to do. Read more.

Financial Football

Visa has partnered with 37 states to deliver Financial Football to middle schools and high schools and public libraries in its ongoing effort to promote financial literacy.

Financial Football is a fast-paced quiz game in which students answer money management questions to score touchdowns. The program also includes lesson plans that can be used prior to team-play in the classroom.